Beachside Bliss

Flavor Profile and Tasting Notes for Beachside Bliss

Sheringham Distillery creates a coastal-inspired cocktail that combines their award-winning Seaside Gin with bright citrus elements and subtle ocean notes. The Beachside Bliss delivers a perfectly balanced sweet-tart flavor with hints of sea salt that enhance the gin’s botanical complexity. This gin sour offers refreshing citrus forward notes followed by the smooth, creamy texture from egg white.

How Sheringham Seaside Gin Enhances the Flavor

The cocktail starts with bright lemon and grapefruit notes that dance on your palate. Sheringham’s signature Seaside Gin with winged kelp adds subtle ocean minerality that works beautifully with the pinch of salt. The egg white creates a silky foam that carries the botanical flavors through each sip. If you prefer sweeter cocktails, add an extra quarter ounce of simple syrup. For a more tart experience, reduce the simple syrup slightly.

Recipe Variations and Customizations

The Beachside Bliss welcomes creative modifications to suit different tastes and occasions. Transform this classic gin cocktail into your signature drink with these variations:

Popular Beachside Bliss Variations

• Replace simple syrup with honey syrup for deeper sweetness
• Add fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme for aromatic complexity
• Use aquafaba instead of egg white for a vegan version
• Increase gin to 2.5 oz for a stronger cocktail
• Serve over crushed ice in a rocks glass for a casual presentation
• Add a splash of elderflower liqueur for floral notes

Equipment, Preparation and Make-Ahead Tips for Beachside Bliss

Creating the perfect Beachside Bliss requires proper technique and the right tools. You’ll need a cocktail shaker, jigger, fine mesh strainer, and coupe glass. The dry shake technique is essential for achieving the signature foam.

Essential Preparation Steps

• Chill your coupe glass in the freezer for 10 minutes before serving
• Always dry shake (without ice) first for 15 seconds to emulsify the egg white
• Use large ice cubes for the wet shake to prevent over-dilution
• Double strain through a fine mesh strainer to remove any ice chips
• Pre-batch lemon juice and simple syrup for parties (add egg white per drink)
• Cut grapefruit twists ahead and store in water to maintain freshness

Perfect Occasions and Food Pairings for Beachside Bliss

The Beachside Bliss shines brightest during warm weather gatherings and sunset celebrations. This refreshing summer cocktail featuring gin works perfectly for beach parties, outdoor weddings, and elegant brunches.

Ideal Food Pairings

The cocktail’s citrus profile complements seafood beautifully. Serve alongside oysters, grilled shrimp, or ceviche. For appetizers, consider goat cheese crostini, smoked salmon canapés, or fresh fruit platters. The drink’s creamy texture also pairs wonderfully with light desserts like lemon tart or vanilla panna cotta. During brunch, it accompanies eggs Benedict or fresh fruit salads perfectly.

Cocktail History and Similar Drinks

The Beachside Bliss belongs to the gin sour family, which dates back to the 1860s. This cocktail modernizes the classic formula by adding grapefruit bitters and sea salt, creating a contemporary craft cocktail that reflects Sheringham Distillery’s coastal inspiration.

Related Cocktails in the Gin Sour Family

• Traditional Gin Fizz – similar but served with soda water
• Ramos Gin Fizz – includes cream and orange flower water
• Clover Club – features raspberry syrup
• White Lady – uses Cointreau instead of simple syrup
• Bee’s Knees – substitutes honey for sugar

Nutritional Information and Dietary Considerations for Beachside Bliss

Each Beachside Bliss contains approximately 180-200 calories, with most calories coming from the alcohol and simple syrup. The cocktail contains about 12-14 grams of sugar from the simple syrup and citrus juice. All Sheringham spirits including the gin are gluten-free, making this suitable for celiac diets.

The egg white makes this cocktail unsuitable for vegans, but aquafaba provides an excellent plant-based alternative. For lower calorie options, replace simple syrup with stevia-based sweetener to reduce calories by 40-50. Those with egg allergies should avoid this cocktail or use the aquafaba substitution. The cocktail contains approximately 14% alcohol by volume per serving. Sheringham Distillery offers various gin options to customize this beachside-inspired creation to your dietary needs.